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Working As A Senior Technical System Engineer

  • Interacting With Computers
  • Getting Information
  • Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
  • Making Decisions and Solving Problems
  • Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

  • Mostly Sitting

  • Repetitive

  • $108,000

    Average Salary

What Does A Senior Technical System Engineer Do

Computer networks are critical parts of almost every organization. Network and computer systems administrators are responsible for the day-to-day operation of these networks. They organize, install, and support an organization’s computer systems, including local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), network segments, intranets, and other data communication systems.

Duties

Network and computer systems administrators typically do the following:

  • Determine an organization’s network and computer system needs before setting one up
  • Install all network hardware and software and make needed upgrades and repairs
  • Maintain network and computer system security and ensure that all systems are operating correctly
  • Collect data in order to evaluate and optimize network or system performance
  • Add users to a network and assign and update security permissions on the network
  • Train users in the proper use of hardware and software
  • Interpret and solve problems when a user or an automated monitoring system alerts them that one exists

Administrators manage an organization’s servers and desktop and mobile equipment. They ensure that email and data storage networks work properly. They also make sure that employees’ workstations are working efficiently and stay connected to the central computer network. Some administrators manage telecommunication networks.

In some cases, administrators help network architects design and analyze network models. They also participate in decisions about buying future hardware or software to upgrade their organization’s network. Some administrators provide technical support to computer users, and they also may supervise computer support specialists who help solve users’ problems.

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How To Become A Senior Technical System Engineer

Most employers require network and computer systems administrators to have a bachelor’s degree in a field related to computer or information science. Others may require only a postsecondary certificate.

Education

Although some employers require only a postsecondary certificate, most require a bachelor’s degree in a field related to computer or information science. There are degree programs that focus on computer network and system administration. However, because administrators work with computer hardware and equipment, a degree in computer engineering or electrical engineering usually is acceptable as well. Programs in these fields usually include classes in computer programming, networking, or systems design.

Because network technology is continually changing, administrators need to keep up with the latest developments. Many continue to take courses throughout their careers and attend information technology (IT) conferences to keep up with the latest technology. Some businesses require that an administrator get a master’s degree.

Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations

Certification programs are generally offered directly from vendors or from vendor-neutral certification providers. Certification validates knowledge and best practices required from network and computer systems administrators. Companies may require their network and computer systems administrators to be certified in the product they use. Microsoft and Cisco offer some of the most common certifications.

Other Experience

To gain practical experience, many network administrators participate in internship programs while in school.

Advancement

Network administrators can advance to become computer network architects. They can also advance to managerial jobs in information technology (IT) departments, such as computer and information systems managers.

Important Qualities

Analytical skills. Administrators need analytical skills to evaluate network and system performance and determine how changes in the environment will affect them.

Communication skills. Administrators must be able to describe problems and their solutions to non-IT workers.

Computer skills. Administrators oversee the connections of many different types of computer equipment and must ensure that they all work together properly.

Multitasking skills. Administrators may have to work on many problems and tasks at the same time.

Problem-solving skills. Administrators must be able to quickly resolve any problems that arise with computer networks.

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Average Length of Employment
Senior Technical System Engineer 5.0 years
Senior Systems Support Engineer 4.6 years
Senior Systems Engineer 3.9 years
Systems Engineer And Team Lead 3.9 years
Senior Information Technology Engineer 3.8 years
Senior System Administrator 3.7 years
Technical Systems Engineer 3.7 years
Senior Lead Systems Engineer 3.5 years
Team Lead System Administrator 3.5 years
Field System Engineer 3.5 years
Lead Systems Engineer 3.5 years
Senior Support Engineer 3.5 years
Systems Support Engineer 3.4 years
Consultant Systems Engineer 3.1 years
Lead Infrastructure Engineer 3.0 years
Senior Infrastructure Engineer 3.0 years
Enterprise Engineer 2.9 years
Operation System Engineer 2.8 years
Information Engineer 2.8 years
Infrastructure Engineer 2.6 years
Top Careers Before Senior Technical System Engineer
Senior Systems Engineer 19.8%
Systems Engineer 15.9%
Systems Administrator 7.4%
Senior System Administrator 5.3%
Consultant 5.3%
Technical Systems Engineer 4.9%
Network Engineer 3.9%
Network Technician 3.9%
Software Engineer 3.5%
Information Technology Manager 3.2%
Member, Technical Staff 3.2%
Program Manager 2.8%
Senior Software Engineer 2.8%
Technical Support Specialist 2.8%
Systems Programmer 2.8%
Senior Engineering Technician 2.5%
Senior Technician Specialist 2.5%
Project Leader 2.5%
Computer Technician 2.5%
Senior Lead Systems Engineer 2.5%
Top Careers After Senior Technical System Engineer
Senior Systems Engineer 21.7%
Consultant 7.4%
Systems Engineer 7.0%
Senior Project Manager 5.7%
Project Manager 5.2%
Systems Administrator 5.2%
Senior System Administrator 4.8%
Technical Analyst 4.8%
Senior Engineer 3.9%
Solutions Architect 3.9%
Lead Systems Engineer 3.9%
Information Technology Project Manager 3.5%
Lead Technician 3.0%
Project Leader 3.0%
Senior Lead Systems Engineer 3.0%
Information Technology Director 3.0%
Information Technology Manager 3.0%
Senior Network Engineer 2.6%
Systems Consultant 2.6%
Senior Solutions Architect 2.6%

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Senior Technical System Engineer Demographics

Gender

Male

80.2%

Female

12.5%

Unknown

7.3%
Ethnicity

White

58.8%

Hispanic or Latino

13.9%

Asian

11.6%

Black or African American

11.5%

Unknown

4.1%
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Foreign Languages Spoken

Cheyenne

33.3%

Spanish

33.3%

German

16.7%

Italian

16.7%
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Senior Technical System Engineer Education

Schools

University of Phoenix

11.4%

Arizona State University

8.9%

Johns Hopkins University

7.6%

Community College of the Air Force

6.3%

University of Akron

5.1%

Rochester Institute of Technology

5.1%

George Washington University

5.1%

New York Institute of Technology - Manhattan Campus

5.1%

George Mason University

5.1%

National Institute of Technology

3.8%

Georgia Institute of Technology -

3.8%

University of Massachusetts - Lowell

3.8%

National University

3.8%

University of Alabama at Huntsville

3.8%

Carnegie Mellon University

3.8%

Monroe Community College

3.8%

Purdue University

3.8%

More Tech Institute

3.8%

Fairleigh Dickinson University

3.8%

University of Houston

2.5%
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Majors

Computer Science

18.1%

Electrical Engineering

16.1%

Business

16.1%

Computer Information Systems

8.7%

Electrical Engineering Technology

5.5%

Information Technology

5.5%

Computer Engineering

4.3%

Project Management

2.8%

Mechanical Engineering

2.8%

Engineering

2.4%

Information Systems

2.4%

Management

2.0%

Management Information Systems

2.0%

Computer Applications

2.0%

Systems Engineering

1.6%

Psychology

1.6%

Computer Programming

1.6%

Aerospace Engineering

1.6%

Mathematics

1.6%

Computer Networking

1.6%
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Degrees

Bachelors

43.4%

Masters

23.4%

Other

18.8%

Associate

9.0%

Certificate

3.8%

Doctorate

1.4%

Diploma

0.3%
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AVERAGE SALARY FOR A Senior Technical System Engineer

Average Yearly Salary
$108,000
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$83,000
Min 10%
$108,000
Median 50%
$108,000
Median 50%
$108,000
Median 50%
$108,000
Median 50%
$108,000
Median 50%
$108,000
Median 50%
$108,000
Median 50%
$142,000
Max 90%
Best Paying Company
Mayo Clinic
Highest Paying City
Santa Clara, CA
Highest Paying State
New Hampshire
Avg Experience Level
4.6 years
How much does a Senior Technical System Engineer make at top companies?
The national average salary for a Senior Technical System Engineer in the United States is $108,897 per year or $52 per hour. Those in the bottom 10 percent make under $83,000 a year, and the top 10 percent make over $142,000.

Real Senior Technical System Engineer Salaries

Job Title Company Location Start Date Salary
Vice President; SR Tech Mgr-Systems Engineer Merrill Lynch Jersey City, NJ Jan 19, 2016 $164,466
Sr.Director, Tech. System Engineering Automatic Data Processing, Inc. Roseland, NJ Jun 04, 2010 $158,305
Senior Technical Manger, Optical Systems Engineeri Opnext Subsystems, Inc. Los Gatos, CA Jan 03, 2011 $157,953
Senior Systems Engineer/Modem Tech Qualcomm Technologies Inc. Santa Clara, CA Sep 02, 2015 $122,949 -
$137,300
Senior Systems Engineer/Modem Technology Qualcomm Technologies Inc. Santa Clara, CA Jan 09, 2016 $122,804 -
$142,300
IT Systems Engineer, Senior Pacific Gas and Electric Company San Ramon, CA Aug 31, 2015 $120,000
Senior Systems Engineer/Modem Technology Qualcomm Technologies Inc. Santa Clara, CA Mar 05, 2015 $118,976 -
$137,300
Senior Systems Engineer/Modem Technology Qualcomm Technologies Inc. Santa Clara, CA Jan 10, 2015 $118,976 -
$137,300
Senior Systems Engineer-Technical Services Jelli Inc. San Mateo, CA May 18, 2015 $115,000
VP; SR. Tech. Manager Systems Engineering Anly Bank of America N.A. Seattle, WA Jun 20, 2013 $112,590 -
$130,000
Senior Systems Engineer/Modem Technology Qualcomm Technologies Inc. Santa Clara, CA Feb 10, 2015 $111,696 -
$137,300
Senior Systems Engineer/Modem Tech Qualcomm Technologies Inc. Santa Clara, CA Apr 15, 2015 $111,259 -
$137,300
VP; SR. Tech. Manager Systems Engineering Anly Bank of America N.A. Seattle, WA Apr 29, 2013 $110,000 -
$130,000
Senior Systems Engineer/Modem Tech Qualcomm Technologies Inc. San Diego, CA Dec 17, 2014 $104,312 -
$124,700
Senior Technology Specialist, Software Systems ENG Shared Technology Services Group, Inc. Boston, MA Feb 24, 2013 $100,384
SR. Systems Engineer, Technical Architect Marketlinx Inc. McLean, VA Mar 28, 2011 $100,000
SR. Systems Engineer, Technical Architect Corelogic Solutions, LLC McLean, VA Jun 26, 2012 $100,000
Senior Technology Specialist, Software Systems ENG Shared Technology Services Group, Inc. Boston, MA Jun 18, 2011 $98,460
Senior Systems Engineer/Multimedia Core Technology Qualcomm Technologies Inc. San Diego, CA Mar 16, 2015 $96,013 -
$124,700
Senior Systems Engineer/Advanced Tech Qualcomm Technologies Inc. San Diego, CA May 04, 2015 $95,930 -
$124,700
Senior Engineer-IT Systems United Airlines, Inc. Chicago, IL Mar 29, 2015 $93,833
Senior Engineer-IT Systems United Airlines, Inc. Chicago, IL Mar 12, 2014 $93,833
Senior Systems Engineer/Modem Technology Qualcomm Technologies Inc. Santa Clara, CA May 21, 2015 $91,999 -
$137,300
Senior Technology Specialist, S/W Systems Engineer Shared Technology Services Group, Inc. Boston, MA Feb 24, 2010 $91,629
Senior Technology Specialist, Software Systems ENG Shared Technology Services Group, Inc. Boston, MA Jun 18, 2010 $91,000
Senior Systems Engineer/Modem Technology Qualcomm Technologies Inc. Boulder, CO Jul 12, 2015 $90,896 -
$124,700

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Top Skills for A Senior Technical System Engineer

  1. Windows XP
  2. Computer Hardware
  3. Technical Support
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  • Assisted OSD Engineers with the migration of 16000+ workstations from Windows XP to Windows 7.
  • Job monitoring and providing post implementation technical support.
  • Performed initial evaluation, which identified areas for improvement in current infrastructure configuration, and recommended solutions to correct them.
  • Provided technical direction and submitted Removal, Installation, and Operational Checkout procedures for incorporation into Flight and Maintenance Manuals.
  • Planned and executed the migration of applications and customer data between data centers located across regions.

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